Desiree Brown borrowed $50,000 on a 90-day 8% note. Desiree paid $3,000 toward the note on day 40. On day 60 she paid an additional $4,000. Using the U. S. Rule, Desiree's adjusted balance after the first payment is:

On january 1, year 1, purl corp. purchased as a long-term investment $500,000 face amount of shaw, inc.’s 8% bonds for $456,200. the bonds were purchased to yield 10% interest. the bonds mature on january 1, year 6, and pay interest annually on january 1. purl uses the effective interest method of amortization. what amount (rounded to nearest $100) should purl report on its december 31, year 2, balance sheet for these held-to-maturity bonds?